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Scientists Surveyed People About Space. The Comments Are Out of This World.
A poll of more than 1,500 participants reveals optimism about aliens, concerns about orbital debris, and “Uranus.”
Scientists Found a New and ‘Unique’ Flesh-Eating Plant on the West Coast
Triantha occidentalis is the latest member of the “small but fascinating ecological guild of carnivorous plants,” reports a new study.
Scientists Directly Manipulated Antimatter With a Laser In Mind-Blowing First
The direct manipulation of antimatter will open up "unthinkable" possibilities in examining the fundamental makeup of our reality, scientists say.
The U.S. Is Trying to Be the 'Gatekeeper' of Space, Researchers Warn
A new article urges nations need to "speak up, now" with their objections to U.S. policy on space mining.
Women Being Sued for Making Sex Assault Allegations Are Crowdfunding Their Defence
Mandi Gray, one of the defendants being sued by Canadian author Steven Galloway, launched the fundraiser.
The Sad Story of What Could Become Canada’s Longest Wrongful Imprisonment
After more than 35 years behind bars—made longer by his claim of innocence—Phillip Tallio will finally get an appeal next year.
Why Men Who Take Psychedelics Are Less Likely to Be Violent Partners
Researchers found men who tripped were half as likely to hurt a significant other, and “emotional regulation” may play a role.
This Neuroscientist Wants Researchers to Study More Female Brains
Most non-human test subjects are male. Aarthi Gobinath wants to change that.
This Huge Telescope is Built Like A Halfpipe and Hunts for Dark Energy
Dark energy is driving the accelerating expansion of the universe. No one knows what it is.
Meet the ‘IUD Whisperer’ Doctor Who Proved Abortion Pills Are Safe
Dr. Ellen Wiebe is globally renowned for killing off sexual health myths with science. We must protect her at all costs.
These UBC Students Have Invented an Overdose Detection Device
Sampath Satti hopes to test out a new watch that warns of the first signs of respiratory change starting next week in Vancouver.
A Fin Whale's Weird 'Stretchy Nerves' Mean It Could Eat a Schoolbus For Lunch
In order to feed, these whales need to open their mouths really, really wide.